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Are these two 100 years old or 100 days? You be the judge! Happy 100th Day of school!
Terra Centre Families,
The school year is flying by and we celebrated the 100th day of school this week! Before you know it, summer will be here and registration is now open for several summer camps and learning opportunities offered by Fairfax County Public Schools for all students.
Career and Technical Education (CTE) camps and Institute for the Arts camps will be held in July at Lake Braddock Secondary School from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bus transportation will be available from select FCPS middle and high schools.
Tech Adventure Camp is available for current grade K-5 students to explore STEAM, culinary, health, trades, and business and marketing areas. E-IFTA is a weekly arts camp for elementary students who love to sing, dance, act, perform, make, and create. Scroll down to view fliers and visit the E-IFTA webpage to register.
Enjoy the weather this weekend!
Rebecca Gidoni, Principal
Melanie Jewell, Acting Assistant Principal
Important Information
📚 Lexia Parent Night: How We Help Your Child Learn to Read
FCPS funds the use of Lexia for all elementary and middle schools to use as part of their literacy instruction. Lexia is a computer-based program that supplements classroom instruction to help students develop literacy skills. It also provides teachers with data to identify students who need additional support, and the ability to know which specific concepts and skills to prioritize.Attend an information night on Monday, February 12, at 6:30 p.m., at Thoreau Middle School. Parents/caregivers will learn more about Lexia, and how FCPS is integrating it into the classroom and supporting student growth in reading. Attendees will also get tips for supporting their students at home.
Register to attend or submit a question in advance. Unable to attend in person? Join on Zoom.
Integrating Lexia into the literacy curriculum aligns with the Virginia Literacy Act, FCPS’ Equitable Access to Literacy, and FCPS Strategic Plan Goal 3, which aims to have all students reading on level by the end of third grade.
Learn About Science, Technology, and Arts Magnet Schools
Three FCPS elementary magnet schools provide programs that enhance learning in science, technology, and performing arts.
If you are interested in sending your student to an elementary magnet school program, consider attending a school-based information night at Hunters Woods Elementary School, Bailey’s Primary Elementary School, or Bailey’s Upper Elementary School.
Information nights will provide an opportunity to learn about individual school programs, student eligibility, the lottery process, and transportation.
Registration for the 2024-25 elementary magnet lottery is open Tuesday, March 5, through Friday, April 12. Get more information about the schools, their programs, and locations.
Do You Have A Rising Kindergartner For 2024 - 2025?
Kindergarten registration information is available on the Terra Centre website and the FCPS website. FCPS online registration for the 24-25 school year should be available in March. If you would like to register in person, please contact our registrar, Dee Cunningham at [email protected] or 703-249-1400.
If you have a child who will be 5 years old on or before September 30, 2024, please complete the Survey of Preschool Children and return it to the office or your child’s teacher. Paper copies of the form will be sent home with students next week.
If you have a neighbor or friend for whom this applies, please share this information with them or ask them to call Terra Centre at 703-249-1400. Your assistance with identifying our incoming Kindergarten class is greatly appreciated.
Mark your calendar for our Kindergarten Orientation scheduled for Tuesday, April 2nd - 2:00-4:00p.m.
Robinson Pyramid Military Connected Families
Dear Terra Centre School Military-Connected Families,
FCPS has selected the schools in Robinson Pyramid schools to showcase our community of military-connected students and families as part of their district-wide Month of the Military Child celebration in April. Military-connected students and their parent/guardian will have a short photography session, followed by an optional video interview. As a token of appreciation for your participation, professional digital photographs will be gifted. Any family members are welcome, but must include the parent/guardian who is in the military.
When: Tuesday, February 27, 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (Snow day: Thursday, February 29)
Where: Robinson Secondary School - Door 1
What to Wear: Service members, thank you for wearing your military uniform.
Please RSVP by completing this registration by Tuesday, February 20. You will receive a confirmation email with more information prior to February 27.
Thank you for your participation. Thank you for your service.
For questions please contact Kate Kettner at [email protected]
6th Grade Yearbook Cover Contest
Yearbooks are on sale!
Upcycle for Art!
Please send in your cardboard toilet paper, paper towel or wrapping paper tubes. These are needed for an upcoming 2nd grade Tiffany lamp sculpture project in art. A collection bin is located near the main office.
Sign Up For FCPS Summer Camps
Mark Your Calendar
Monday, February 19th - Presidents' Day (No School)
Tuesday, March 5th - Election Day (No School for Students)
Wednesday, March 6th - 6:00-7:15 TC Arts & Culture Night
7:30-8:00 Chorus Concert
(3/13 Snow Date)
Tuesday, March 12th - Spring Picture Day
March 18th-22nd - Spring Book Fair
March 25th-29th - Spring Break (No School)
Monday, April 1st - Teacher Workday (No School for Students)
Tuesday, April 2nd - Staff Development Day (No School for Students)
2:00-4:00 Kindergarten Orientation
Thursday, April 4th - TC Math Night
Resources
☎️ Parent Information Phone Lines Available in Eight Languages
Parents/caregivers who speak Amharic, Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, Korean, Spanish, Urdu, or Vietnamese may call a telephone information line for general information about FCPS. View the list of phone numbers.
Quick Links
6000 Burke Centre Parkway, Burke VA 22015 | Phone: 703.249.1400
Attendance: 703.249.1414 or [email protected]
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